In the 13th match of Group B ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 held in Sharjah on Thursday (October 10). West India defeated convincingly Bangladesh Women with 8 doors. After restricting Bangladesh to a modest 103/8, West Indies chased down the target in just 12.5 overs, losing just two wickets along the way. Karishma Ramharack A brilliant spell claiming 4 wickets and the captaincy for 17 runs Hayley Matthews A fiery knock of 34 off 22 balls ensured West Indies a comfortable victory with 43 balls to spare.
Bangladesh struggle to build momentum
Bangladesh women had a tough time building any lasting partnerships as they faced a disciplined bowling attack from the West Indies. Dilara Akter Hitting 19 off 18 balls, he showed some intent at the top of the order, but it wasn’t enough to build a solid foundation. Skipper Nigar SultanaContributing a patient 39 off 44 balls, he was the only batsman to put up some resistance but received little support from the middle order. Lots of wickets in the middle over including a double strike Affy Fletcher and Ramharack’s devastating 4-rib knock shook Bangladesh. At the end of the 20th over, they managed a total of 103/8, which was always going to be difficult to defend.
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Aggressive chasing by West Indies led by Hayley Mathews
In reply, the West Indies bowlers set the tone early, with Mathews smashing 34 off just 22 balls. Stephanie Taylor He looked in fine form before being forced to retire on the 27th. A steady partnership at the front made the chase a formality and Matthews and To Shemaine Campbell for 21, Deandra Dottin’s An explosive cameo of 7 balls in the 19th over finished the game in style. West Indies reached 104/2 in just 12.5 overs, comfortably chasing down the target and securing a dominant win.
Karishma Ramharack shines with the ball
The standout performer for West Indies in the bowling department was Ramharack. His spell of 4 for 17 in 4 crippled the Bangladesh batting. Ramharack struck crucial blows in the middle overs, knocking out key players like Akter and others. Sobhana Mostary. Ramharack, supported by wicket-taking captain Mathews and Afy Fletcher, who took two wickets, ensured Bangladesh never gained momentum. His efforts were key to restricting the opposition to a below-par total and earned him the Man of the Match award.
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